Share your understanding of how the advent of the Next Generation Science Standards has changed the way science teachers view assessment. How do the three dimensions of science practices, core ideas and crosscutting concepts require teachers to go beyond traditional assessments that measure particular content or facts that students should learn at a specific grade […]

 Research takes place within a larger context. Part of this context is the theoretical foundation or conceptual framework, which is the lens through which the researcher views the study. How would you explain the distinction between theoretical foundations and conceptual frameworks in the context of research? When might a researcher use a theoretical foundation? When […]

If you were to create a work of art in the style of Pop Art today, what would you choose as your subject matter and why?

Directions: – Choose a research article focused on literacy assessment for ELL students,  published within the past 10 years in a recognized literacy or bilingual education  journal.  – Provide a 2-page summary of the article and your reflection (APA style) 

 An integral part of supporting ELLs is advocating for their needs and encouraging families to engage in the school community. Not only do teachers and school administrators support students, but the involvement of families in the educational community is an important component of student success. Imagine you are a part of a team of ESL […]

 Watch the video referenced in this week’s lectures – you’ll need to watch it 3 times.  Each time you view the video, complete the indicated portion of the MUD organizer.  Reflect on the process you just completed.  How can it help students improve text comprehension?  How can you improve on this activity?  See Appendix for […]

 FINAL PROJECT 3 – TEXT-DEPENDENT QUESTIONS (100 pts):  Read page 102 from the Mississippi ELA Curriculum Guide (A PDF is available in Canvas.) Go to https://www.sunsigns.org/famousbirthdays/d/profile/ruby-bridges/Links to an external site. and study the information about Ruby Bridges. Go to http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/ruby-bridges/ruby-bridges-for-kids.htmLinks to an external site. and study the three sections on Ruby Bridges. Pay particular attention […]

Describe developmental milestones and explain why they are important. For each disability category, describe typical cognitive, linguistic, physical, social, and emotional development and the atypical development of a student with the specified disability. Include examples of how the milestones may present differently for students with and without each disability. For each disability category, explain at […]

Annotated Bibliography for the following source, at least 150 words for each. Ingersoll, R. M., & Strong, M. (2011). "The impact of induction and mentoring on teacher retention: A review of the literature." Review of Educational Research, 81(2), 201-233.  Grissom, J. A., & Loeb, S. (2011). "Triangulating Principal Leadership: A Framework and Evidence on the […]

The HRD project paper is a two-part paper: Part 1 will be to design an HRD program in the three HRD areas of Figure 1.1, McLagan’s human resource wheel. To frame your program, your paper should begin by identifying the organization’s industry and its business strategy to frame the plan. It is not expected that […]